Archive for August 2023
HENDERSON FIELD IMPROVED; STARGAZING PARTY PLANNED
A June 2023 RAF grant to improve privately-owned Henderson Field, 95IL near Golconda Illinois, included a new RAF windsock, an RAF fire ring, and treating and smoothing the turf runway with a vibrating roller. This was partially matched with in-kind donations and volunteer labor. “Thanks to terrific weather and help from visiting pilots David Butler and Chris Erkmann, everything…
Read MoreBLM INCLUDES AVIATION, SEEKS FURTHER PUBLIC COMMENT ON GRAND STAIRCASE-ESCALANTE DRAFT EIS
“Pilots’ comments on Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument (GSENM) during last year’s Call-To-Action were successful,” RAF Utah Liaison Wendy Lessig reports. “Aviation is specifically mentioned in Chapter 3 of the draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for each of the four management alternatives the BLM is considering. Thank you for your efforts to comment,” she added.…
Read MoreTWO HEARTED CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL RE-OPENING; REWARDS ROCKHOUNDS
On August 26, a celebration was held at Two Hearted (6Y5) in Michigan to acknowledge the airfield’s reopening, and to thank everyone involved for their help. Volunteers’ efforts were appreciated and Richard and Kathy Robinson of Rainbow Lodge were acknowledged for their kind hospitality. “If not for them, this could not have happened. We cannot…
Read MoreBill McGlynn
Bill McGlynn was raised in Butte, Montana, and was so intent to learn to fly that he joined the Civil Air Patrol at Bert Mooney Field. But CAP activities were all about marching, not flying, so he jumped at the chance when a local pilot offered a ride. He loaded three kids in a Cessna…
Read MoreRAF PHOTO CONTEST STARTS OCTOBER 1
The 2023 RAF Photo Contest kicks off October 1st. Now is the time to go through your photos to find the best ones to submit! From October 1-31, send us your best photos of scenic, recreational airstrips. Winners in each of five U.S. regions, plus the RAF Mission category, will be selected. The region is…
Read MoreTHE LASTING THING TO BUILD
It occurred to me that there is something more valuable to build and save than airstrips, and that is friendship. Friendship forms the backbone of any relationship, be it personal, professional, or organizational. Space does not allow for me to name all the people who have become the best of friends, thanks to the RAF.…
Read MoreIDAHO AERONAUTICS LAUNCHES YOUTUBE SAFETY VIDEOS
Idaho has long been recognized as very supportive of backcountry aviation, and Idaho Division of Aeronautics oversees over 30 backcountry airstrips. Some experience heavy usage, most notably Johnson Creek, 3U2 where a number of aircraft accidents have occurred. To promote safe and enjoyable flying into Johnson Creek, Idaho Aeronautics has produced a YouTube video demonstrating recommended standard…
Read MoreGA NEWS DETAILS REOPENING OF MAINE AIRFIELDS
The RAF has completed a lease agreement that re-opens two backcountry airfields in Maine for public use. Read the September 5, 2023 General Aviation News story HERE. Submitted September 5, 2023.
Read MoreRAF WORK PARTY AT WATERBURY REPORTED
RAF volunteers gathered in late July 2023 to make improvements to Waterbury Airport (N41) in Connecticut, as reported by General Aviation News on September 2, 2023. Read the story HERE. Submitted September 5, 2023.
Read MoreRAF OUTFITTER SEPTEMBER FEATURED ITEM
Just in time for the transition of seasons, we’re featuring our newest, coziest pullover, the orange waffle fleece! The men’s is a quarter zip, and the women’s is hooded. It has a small pocket on the side that’s perfect for your keys and wallet, and it features the RAF logo in grey on the chest. To order the…
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